We're not able to make any promises at this time, but I do like the tiered approach. And I very much don't like "traditional" masternodes. Nodes should add intrinsic value to the coin in terms of safety and security. This is a must.
Yeap, masternode project should maintain ROI for their masternode investors over time.
For example, I don't think there is naive investor who readily want to invest money into DASH masternode currently.
Extremely high required capital, but low income. It's unrealistic, un-profitable investment.